Testseek.co.uk have collected 64 expert reviews of the Bowers & Wilkins P3 and the average rating is 81%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Bowers & Wilkins P3.
June 2012
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The editors liked
Stylish
Clever design
Soft
Comfortable fit
Warm and inviting sound
Stylish looks
Portable design
Good sound
Elegant
Comfortable
Carry case included
Good and neutral sound
Sound reproduction
Foldablity
Lightweight
The editors didn't like
Could be a little grippier on your ears
New rivals offer more detail
Can be light on bass
A little pricey
Cable feels flimsy
Sound spreads to those around you at mid-high volumes
Abstract: If you've always had your eyes set on the P5 and simply couldn't convince yourself to hand over $300 for a pair of headphones, Bowers & Wilkins created the P3 as an almost identical copy, albeit with less hardware and most importantly at a more enticing p...
Abstract: The B&W P3 is the second full-size headphone in the B&W line, alongside the P5 headphone (click here to read the review) and the C5 earphone (click here to read the review). Priced at $100 less than the top-of-the-line P5, the P3 shares many of the P5...
Abstract: When Bowers & Wilkins the released the C5 IEM , the design didn’t blow me away but from the first time I saw the new portable P3 I was a fan. The pictures B&W released were simply gorgeous, and I absolutely loved the brand new white P3 I tried on the o...
Spectacular treble response, Open, uncongested midrange, Sufficient bass for most listeners, Excellent comfort, Sleek, modern design
Slight midbass hump overplays heavy bass content, In-line controls lack tactile feedback, Very little passive noise isolation
The Bowers & Wilkins P3 are every bit an audiophile's headphone. Crystal clear highs, spectacular attack and decay, uncongested midrange and bass response sufficient enough for most types of music pairs with sleek design and excellent comfort to make fo...
At $200 per pair, the P3s give you more than half of the performance of the costlier P5, which makes them the better value in my book. Also, they look every bit as good as the P5, yet are far more portable and easier to enjoy day to day, The P3's fabriccovered ear pieces breathe better than the P5's leathercovered ear pads, Let's not beat around the bush. Few headphones look as good as those
The physical construction of the P3 takes some time to loosen up, so be prepared for a bit of design, not audio, breakin. After a few hourlong sessions, the ear pieces, strap and folding mechanism did loosen up, making use and longterm wear easier, The P3's uberthin cable is too short, in my opinion, and prone to snarling. I also wish it didn't use a Ystyle cable, as it gets most snarled at th
The all-new P3 headphones from Bowers & Wilkins continue in the tradition set forth by the P5 and C5 before it. While the P5 is still the superior product, the P3 manages to pack the lion's share of what makes the P5 so special in a more compact and af...
Published: 2012-06-05, Author: David , review by: cnet.com
The Bowers & Wilkins P3 headphones have an impressive design, strong performance, and an iPhone-friendly integrated microphone/remote. They also come with a hard-shell carrying case and an extra "straight-wire" cable that can be easily swapped in
They're fairly pricey and the integrated, remote isn't compatible with all smartphones, and you'll get some sound leakage from open-back earcup design
The Bowers & Wilkins P3 headphones' impressive combination of design, sound quality, and features put it near the top of the class for portable headphones in its price range.
B&W really nailed the design of the P3 — it's comfortable, practical, and looks terrific. We also dig the sound; I'm sure I'll be using these a lot just 'cause they're so easy to listen to for long periods of time. But we recommend you give 'em a test dr...
Published: 2012-05-25, Author: Tim , review by: pcmag.com
Excellent audio performance with pleasantly resonant bass response. Does not distort on deep bass at high volumes. Very comfortable. Folds into compact shape. Built-in iPhone controls.
Leaks sound at higher volumes?people nearby can hear. A slightly less-crisp response than some listeners may prefer
The Bowers & Wilkins P3 headphones pair a refined bass response with a focus on mid-frequency content for a very positive sonic result....
